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P316 BFX

1997 Honda Cbr

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,470 mi
Last recorded31,470 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP316 BFX
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 31,470 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 31,470 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 30,334 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 30,262 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 30,164 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 30,107 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 29,796 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 29,278 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 28,878 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 28,335 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 28,315 miles

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 27,688 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 27,010 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 26,165 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 26 Jan 2013 26,165 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 22,432 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 16,338 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 16,324 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 16,324 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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P316 BFX is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 27,954 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P316 BFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P316 BFX registered?

P316 BFX is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P316 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P316 BFX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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